English stage and screen actor Brian Blessed answers a few questions for us:Where did you grow up?I grew up in Bolton-On-Dearne, South Yorkshire – near Barnsley [England].

Most memorable theatrical experience as a spectator?When I went to see Jack and The Beanstalk with my friend Patrick Stewart, we loved the giant so much we decided to become actors!

Most memorable theatrical experience as a performer?Playing Henry ll in The Lion In Winter at the Haymarket Theatre in Basingstoke, Hampshire [England].

Favorite local food?Meat and Potato pie at a family friend's for dinner.
When you travel, what do you miss most about home?My Jack Russell terrier – Misty, and my wife Hildegard, of course!

Favorite saying or slang term?"The greatest danger in life is not to take the adventure." - George Leigh Mallory

Favorite family activity?Walking our dogs on Sunningdale Golf Course.

If you weren't a performer, what would you want to do with your life?A full time explorer.

If you were a woodland creature, what animal would you be?A badger!Hear more from Brian Blessed in person at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Triangle on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6pm! For store address and directions:http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2628